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Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread: 7 Reasons You'll Want the Whole Loaf

This moist, rich, and decadent Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread blends cocoa powder and chocolate chips with tender shredded zucchini for a secretly wholesome indulgence. One bite, and you'll be hooked.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (dark, semi-sweet, or mixed)
  • 1/2 cup optional chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 2 tablespoons optional peanut butter or Nutella, for swirl

Equipment

  • 9x5 loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula for folding batter
  • grater for zucchini
  • wire rack for cooling
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Add wet ingredients to dry and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in shredded zucchini and chocolate chips. Add nuts or peanut butter if using.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For best texture, be sure to squeeze out all excess moisture from the shredded zucchini. You can add nuts or swirl in peanut butter for added flavor. This bread freezes beautifully – wrap it tightly and store up to 3 months.